USCGC Robert Ward WPC 1130 (U.S. Coast Guard) Black Coffee Mug

The USCGC Robert Ward WPC 1130 is a high-performance cutter vessel operated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Named after Robert S. Ward, a decorated officer who served in the Vietnam War and later in the USCG's National Strike Force, this particular cutter belongs to the Sentinel-class of cutters, also known as the WPC (Widebeam Patrol Cutter) class. The USCGC Robert Ward WPC 1130 was designed for missions such as law enforcement, search and rescue, marine environmental protection, and national defense. It features advanced technology, including a high-speed turbine propulsion system and sophisticated electronics, which allow it to operate effectively in challenging conditions. The vessel has a crew of up to 24 personnel and is part of the USCG's efforts to maintain security and protect U.S. waters and interests.